Volunteer Full Stack Developer

Salary: Volunteer Hours: Minimum fifteen (15) hours weekly Contract: Minimum six-month commitment Location: Remote. Who is the THRIVE Project? Passionate about sustainability? Looking to collaborate with a driven team to make a better future? Join us, and make the world a better place. We are a global for-impact organisation with members in over 40 countries. All of us strive to make our world thrivable - to ensure humanity can face global issues effectively and sustainably. As a leading not-for-profit in the thrivability space, we seek to implement climate-friendly policies, educate communities, and advocate for a future where humanity can live in harmony and solidarity with nature. This is achieved through a variety of research, publishing educational content including articles and podcasts, and hosting webinars with sustainability experts. We collaborate with NGOs, businesses, individuals and others to this end, because #ThrivabilityMatters. By joining THRIVE, you can make a difference. To find out more, head to our website: https://ThrivabilityMatters.Org/ Why join THRIVE? When you become a volunteer at THRIVE, you’ll receive: Significant references for your work endeavoursA community experience and sense of belongingShared expertise from other team membersA greater understanding of how organisations like ours are structuredOpportunities to learn whole new skillsets with practical experiencePossibilities to take on leadership roles if you’re interestedInduction, training, and mentorship sessionsThe opportunity to develop your presentation skillsA platform to learn and spread awareness about sustainability issues and their solutions The Role We’re looking for a motivated, enthusiastic full stack developer with a passion for sustainability to work with our friendly, dynamic team to inspire people around the world to make a better future. As part of THRIVE, you will have the opportunity to: Champion new initiatives.Improve existing initiatives.Help shape our thrivability efforts.Meet regularly with team members.Present ideas to people from a variety of disciplines. Your efforts will enrich our website and help inspire people to create a thrivable future. Key/Main Responsibilities Develop and maintain web applications across the full stack, including front-end and back-end technologies.Design user interactions on web pages, ensuring responsiveness and seamless user experiences.Collaborate with the design team to implement visual elements into web applications.Build scalable and optimised databases, integrating data from various sources.Write clean and efficient code using languages like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like React, Node.js, PHP. or Django.Conduct testing and debugging to ensure application functionality and security.Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends for continuous improvement.Work in an agile environment, participating in code reviews and providing technical guidance to team members.A desire to make a sustainable world and better future for all. Minimum Requirements Bachelor Degree in a relevant field OR minimum of 2 years of equivalent commercial experience.Experience with the following:Responsive design for mobile and desktop (with graphic design/UX/UI team)Optimisation of codebase and cross-platform compatibilityServer/Tracking technologies: Docker, Git, VStudio, CentOS, Win ProCoding technologies: Python, PHP, JS/JQuery, Node.js, HTML/CSS, PostgreSQL Preferred Requirements Fluency in English (preferred).Willingness to learn new skillsThe ability to handle multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines.The ability to be proactive and self-manage your time.A self-driven mindset to make a better future for all.Excellent communication and organisation skills. Well-developed problem-solving abilities. At THRIVE, we work to create a thrivable future, where everyone can live in harmony with nature. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and believe that everyone has a role to play in tackling the challenges affecting our world. As a member of our team, you will be part of a global movement that is making a difference in the world. Applications will be treated with strict confidentiality. Ready to make a thrivable future? Apply today. Role Description The Volunteer Full Stack Developer will support the development and enhancement of the THRIVE platform, working on both front-end and back-end components to deliver secure, efficient, and user-friendly features. Day-to-day tasks include implementing new functionality, maintaining existing codebases, debugging and resolving technical issues, and optimizing performance across the stack. The role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to translate sustainability concepts and analytics into clear, accessible digital tools and dashboards. This is a full-time, on-site role located in Adelaide, SA, requiring regular participation in team meetings, code reviews, and planning sessions to ensure alignment with project goals. Qualifications Proficiency in Full-Stack Development and Software Development, with experience building and maintaining web applications end-to-end.Strong Back-End Web Development skills, including designing APIs, managing databases, and ensuring application security and scalability.Solid Front-End Development skills, with the ability to create responsive interfaces and deliver intuitive user experiences.Hands-on experience with Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) for layout, styling, and maintaining consistent design across the platform.Familiarity with modern web frameworks and tools (e.g., JavaScript frameworks, version control systems such as Git, and CI/CD practices).Ability to analyze requirements, document technical solutions, and collaborate effectively within a diverse, mission-driven team.Interest in sustainability, data-driven decision-making, and using technology to support positive social and environmental impact.Relevant education or equivalent practical experience in computer science, software engineering, or related fields is advantageous.